Grants to North Carolina nonprofits and government agencies for programs that expand local agriculture, prepare residents to join the workforce, and create new opportunities for local employment, particularly in health care. Eligible projects are those that benefit tobacco-dependent, economically distressed, and/or rural c...

Grants averaging $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations working to enhance agriculture production, with an emphasis on organic farming. LOIs are due January 18, 2018. The Foundation seeks to support creative initiatives that expand organic acres and grow the number of organic farmers working in the country. The Foundation ...

Grants to South Dakota and Iowa nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs and initiatives that promote the consumption of and access to nutritious foods, and for programs that promote safe and healthy environments. There are two types of grant funding levels available, both of which are matching grants....

Grants of up to $3,000 to Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin high schools to enhance agricultural education programs in local communities. This grant program is designed to help alleviate some of the financial constraints for agricultural programs in the funding source's service territory. Hands-on learning and new tech...

Grants to USA cooperative extensions at qualifying land grant colleges and universities for programs to assist farm workers, farmers, and farm family members with disabilities. The purpose of this program is to help beneficiaries succeed in the agricultural industry. Program elements include education, marketing, networkin...

Grants ranging from $10,000 to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and universities to promote wildlife conservation and protection. Program areas broadly include habitat protection, species research, animal rescue and rehabilitation, and conservation education. ...

Grants of up to $12,000 per year to Kentucky restaurants and food service businesses to reimburse the purchase or sale of agricultural products grown within the state. Applicants must request the qualifying status to be eligible for this program. This program helps qualifying participants enhance their products and menus w...

Award of $500 and additional benefits to a South Carolina K-12 teacher to recognize the outstanding integration of agricultural principles in the regular curriculum. Nominations are invited on behalf of teachers who have implemented a lesson, unit, or project about the importance of fiber or food industries in the previous...

Grants of up to $15,000 to Alaska nonprofits in the Funding Source's service territory for programs in the areas of disaster relief, community services, economic development, education, leadership, and the environment. Eligible areas include Fairbanks, Nenana, Delta Junction, Healy, and Cantwell. Program Area Details: ...

Grants ranging from $1,000 to $3,000 to Ohio nonprofits for agriculture programs in the areas of the environment, the human-animal bond, and professional and economic development. Funding may be used for general support, program expansion, startup funding for new organizations, or capital for equipment necessary to impleme...

Grants ranging from $500 to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for activities that mitigate the environmental impact of humans on the planet. The Company aims to cultivate relationships with those who are looking to make an impact to help inspire others to joyously embrace sustainable choices. Program areas include yout...

Grants to Maine nonprofit organizations to enhance and promote a positive relationship between people and their natural environment. The Foundation has supported projects such as environmental education, water testing, and land easements and acquisitions. The Foundation evaluates proposals according to the following criter...

Grants to Rhode Island nonprofit organizations that improve the quality of life in Aquidneck Island and in the city of Newport. Funding is intended for programs that help foster vibrancy in the local communities. Key funding areas of interest include the following: Arts and Culture Heritage: The Trusts will support ...

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations for programs related to healthcare, community service, youth groups, schools, and agricultural research and education. Funding is primarily intended for programs in the counties of San Patricio, Refugio, Live Oak, Kleberg, Jim Wells, Bee, Aransas, and Nueces.

Grants to Nebraska farm wineries, individual growers, organizations, academic institutions, and industry groups for projects that will have significant, positive impact on grape and wine production throughout the State. Collaboration between organizations is encouraged. Eligible projects must enhance the competitiveness...

Grants to Washington government agencies and nonprofits to purchase the development rights on farmland in order to ensure they will be available for farming in the future. Grantees may also work to restore the ecological functions to improve the agricultural viability of the preserved land. Typical Projects: -Buying ...

Grants of up to $300 to Manitou Springs, Colorado organizations and groups for programs and activities that improve the local environment and foster the beautification, sustainability, and resilience of the community. Funding is intended to encourage education about, and commitment to, gardening, floral and plant care, and...

Awards to Georgia active family farms to recognize contributions to the preservation of the state’s agricultural history. Applications are invited from family farms that have been in operation for over a century. Farms may receive special recognition in the following award categories: Centennial Heritage Farm Award: ...

Grants up to $5,000 to Indiana nonprofits for programs that enhance local quality of life and benefit the residents of Kosciusko, Fulton, Wabash, and Whitley counties. Potential applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the funding source to discuss a grant proposal before submitting a formal application. Funding ar...

Grants of up to $250 to Indiana educators and county Farm Bureaus for programs, events, and activities that promote agriculture and agriculture education. Funding may be used for programs, educational projects, and for educators or Bureau members to attend a conference or event. Qualified Programs/Activities: The pro...

Grants to South Dakota nonprofits, government agencies, universities, producer organizations, and individuals to enhance the market competitiveness of specialty crops. Specialty crops include fruits and vegetables, dried fruits, tree nuts, nursery and horticulture crops, including floriculture. Projects must solely enh...

Grants to Ottawa, Ontario landowners to protect ground and surface water quality in eligible rural areas. Applicants should contact program staff and obtain all the necessary permits and approvals prior to applying. The goal of this program is to protect local streams, wetlands, rivers, and groundwaters by offering cost-sh...

Grants to Alabama nonprofit organizations and IHEs for programs to create jobs and advance innovation by supporting and encouraging entrepreneurs within the state. Programs may address agriculture, education, industry, and mariculture and involve both basic and applied research. This ARA solicitation focuses on encoura...

Grants to South Central Kentucky nonprofit organizations and government agencies for a project or program that will benefit women and children. Program areas include education, community development, health, and human services, and other civic endeavors. Consideration may be given to small capital projects and endowment cr...

Grants to USA, Canada and International nonprofit and for-profit companies, government agencies, and academic institutions for programs that detect crop pests and disease over large geographic areas in low-income counties. Proposals may utilize emerging research in engineering, data science, chemistry, biology, computer sc...

Grants to USA states, groups of states, agencies, nonprofits, and IHEs for regional and national conservation and restoration projects. LOIs are due by May 4, 2018. Projects must benefit sport fish, wild birds, and/or wild mammals, and must address regional or national level funding priorities of state fish and wildlife a...

Grants typically ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 and grants starting at $10,000 for eligible New York municipalities for land use planning or conservation projects in the Hudson River Valley area. Applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the Funding Source prior to submitting an application to discuss proposed projects...

Grants of up to $1,000 to New Jersey public and private schools for long-term educational projects related to environmental awareness in Bergen County. Eligible activities may include projects involving anti-litter, recycling, water pollution, air pollution, and solid waste management. Examples of some of the eligible...

In-kind grants to organizations in multiple Southwestern USA States and northwestern Mexico for seeds to plant in gardens that benefit the community. Funding is intended for programs that aim to improve the nutritional, economic, environmental, or social health of underprivileged populations in the region, while also striv...

Grants starting at $50,000 to USA and territories nonprofits, government agencies, and agricultural businesses, associations, cooperatives, and networks to promote access to regionally or locally grown agricultural products. Funding is intended to increase domestic consumption of regionally produced agricultural products a...

Grants ranging from $4,000 to $8,000 to Texas and New Mexico Pueblo Indian tribal communities and organizations, as well as non-Pueblo organizations that serve Pueblo communities. Funding will be provided for programs and projects that promote the continuity or preservation of Pueblo culture. Priority for funding wil...

Grants to USA and territories colleges and universities to offer quality undergraduate and graduate degree tracks that will strengthen the Nation’s agricultural and food-related professional and scientific workforce. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take as long as two weeks to complete. Purpose...

Grants to Charlotte, North Carolina neighborhood-based organizations to enhance the quality of life for local residents. Pre-application workshops are scheduled for April 23 and 24, and May 9 and 10. This program supports projects that make Charlotte’s neighborhoods better places to live, work, and play. The Neighbor...

Grants of up to $49,000 to New Mexico nonprofits, for-profits, government agencies, IHEs, and individuals to promote the development and implementation of creative approaches and technologies. Conservation projects should be carried out in conjunction with agriculture. Overview: The purpose of CIG is to stimulate t...

Grants to Minnesota libraries, museums, historical societies, archives, and other nonprofit or governmental agencies for the preservation of the state’s cultural heritage resources. Applicants should contact program staff prior to applying. This program will cover the cost of digitizing qualifying materials. This prog...

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA K-8 teachers to incorporate agricultural projects into the classroom curriculum. This may involve setting up a compost system for the classroom, an educational garden, worm bins, and other projects that connect students with agriculture and the environment. Examples of Possible Projects: ...

Grants totaling $20,000 to Alaska individuals and organizations for small, educational, youth-serving projects that increase knowledge, awareness, and appreciation of farming and local farmers. The Funding Source intends to fund projects that improve economic well-being, expand local agriculture, and enrich the quality of ...

Grants of $50,000 and in-kind services to USA, Canada and International startup companies that are willing to relocate to the St. Louis, Missouri area for at least one year. The program is seeking companies that produce innovative services, products, or technologies, wrapped within scalable business models with the potenti...

Grants of up to $300 to Kansas organizations to engage people of all ages in programs that promote agricultural understanding. Funding may also be requested for programs that give youth and adults the skills they need to become leaders in the agricultural community. Requests will be considered under the following areas. ...

Grants ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 to Vermont nonprofits and public institutions or agencies for programs serving rural areas in the areas of education, food systems and agricultural preservaton, historic preservation, the environment, arts, crafts, and Vermont traditions, and basic human needs. Priority is given to sma...

Grants of up to $3,000 for Massachusetts nonprofits for programs and projects working to end hunger in Worcester County. Funding is intended to support organizations that provide direct hunger relief. The Foundation supports organizations engaged in anti-hunger advocacy, with a focus on long-term initiatives that promote ...

Grants of up to $25,000 to New York nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions to develop and expand school gardens, urban farms, and community gardens throughout the state. Applicants must be prequalified in the online grants system prior to applying. The Commissioner, in consultation w...

Grants ranging from $10,000 to $50,000 to Saskatchewan nonprofits, municipal agencies, educational institutions, and First Nations to benefit residents of Leask, Canwood, Shellbrook, and Marcela. Preferred categories of support are youth and education, agriculture, health and the arts, community economic development, and a...

Grants of up to $2,500 per campus or grants of up to $10,000 per school district to Texas public elementary and middle schools and supporting nonprofits for agriculture-related activities. Funding is intended to expose students to horticulture, nutrition, agriculture, water conservation, animal care, and other related topi...

Residencies for USA, Canada, and International documentarians, journalists, and nonfiction writers working at the professional level about important issues. The fundng source places particular emphasis on topics relating to the most critical and current issues that include, but are not limited to, war and conflict; social...

Grants of up to $250 to Missouri K-12 teachers and grants of up to $500 to teams of teachers for activities that bring agricultural concepts to the classroom. Funding may be used for activities and materials that promote the importance of agriculture in K-12 classroom settings. Funding Levels: Individual Grants all...

One grant of up to $30,000 per year to a Vermont nonprofit organization for capacity building. Funding is intended to support an organization that is working to promote social justice, protect the environment, and/or support family farms and local food systems. Funding will be provided to help the grantee organization incr...

Grants to Missouri K-12 schools to provide students with hands-on environmental education opportunities. Applicants must contact the appropriate staff member prior to applying. The teaching units available through this program are designed to promote student appreciation and understanding of natural resources and their rol...

Grants ranging from $500 to $5,000 to Greene County, Pennsylvania nonprofits, schools, faith-based organizations, governmental agencies, and other publicly supported organizations for programs and projects to benefit residents and improve the local quality of life. Funding areas include: - Animal welfare, agricultur...

Grants to multiple USA states and territories IHEs, government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and community-based organizations for research and education projects that address sustainable agriculture. Pre-proposals are due June 1. Eligible states and territories include Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kent...